Bookeeper

**Role Overview**

We are looking for somebody to join us in January 2026.

The Bookkeeper will join our small family business and be responsible for helping with office admin and maintaining our day-to-day financial records, including purchase and sales ledger, bank reconciliations, and VAT returns. You’ll work closely with the Director to ensure smooth financial management and compliance with HMRC regulations.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Maintaining accurate financial records using Sage
- Processing invoices, receipts, and payments
- Managing accounts payable and receivable
- Performing weekly bank reconciliations
- Preparing VAT returns and submitting to HMRC
- Assisting with payroll processing and pension contributions
- Reconciling month-end accounts and providing management reports
- Liaising with accountants for year-end and tax submissions
- Other office admin

**Requirements**:

- Minimum 2 years’ experience in bookkeeping or similar finance role
- Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. Sage)
- Good knowledge of UK accounting principles and VAT regulations
- Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
- Good time management and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and maintain confidentiality
- AAT qualified or working towards it (or equivalent experience)
- Good computer skills

**Desirable**
- Experience working in a small business and enjoys working in a small, hard-working family environment
- Familiarity with payroll systems (e.g. Sage Payroll, CIS, Pensions)
- Able to work independently and manage their own workload.
- Organised, professional, and approachable.
- A problem-solver with good common sense.

**What We Offer**
- Competitive rate of pay based on experience
- Flexible working hours
- 28 days holiday pro rata (including bank holidays)
- Pension scheme option
- A supportive, friendly team environment
- Opportunities for growth
- Health Assured

Pay: £14.00-£16.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Flexitime

Work Location: In person